Thursday, May 15, 2008

The BIG #1!!!

So, one year ago today the boys were born.

There are some days that creep along so slowly I can see the turtles passing me by...but then there are days that fly by! There are some days that I don't enjoy to the full extent because of extra fussiness or I selfishly don't get to do something that I want to do. Then there are moments that I just want to freeze in time so I can breathe in the fullness of joy that makes my heart grow.

Zach and I wanted to be parents from the get-go. We wanted that special family time, we wanted the diapers, car seats, crying, runny noses, and sleepless nights. I can truly say that this past year has been more rewarding than anything we could have created ourselves. So we thank God- our Creator- for creating Will & Levi for us.

Unfortunately, we know the harsh reality that we can not decide how long they will be comforted in our arms or how long I can kiss their sweet cheeks or watch them grow. What I can do is show them the love of their Creator. What I can do is instill a faith in them that begins with childhood devotion and develops into a deep foundation for a way of life. And all along the way, I can kiss their sweet cheeks, hold their dimpled hands, and watch them grow.

Zach and I have experienced true grace in that we've not done anything to deserve the greatest gifts of children. Through them, we have been taught the love of a Father. It is truly amazing.

So today, we celebrate a fun, emotional, crazy, memorable, and joyful first year with Will & Levi. We look forward to many more!